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Authorities said Frank Janssen was taken from his home in Wake Forest on April 5. He was rescued several days later in captivity in Atlanta.

Federal authorities say they believe the kidnapping on behalf of Kelvin Melton, a North Carolina prison convict serving a life sentence without parole. Janssen’s daughter, an assistant district attorney in Wake County, prosecuted Melton.

Already arrested in the case are Michael Montreal Gooden, 21; Jenna Paulin Martin, 21; Tiana Maynard, 30; Jevante Price, 20; and Clifton James Roberts, 29. Authorities said Melton also faces additional charges for his role in the case.

Tibbs is described as being 5 feet 7 and weighing 155 to 165 pounds.

Anyone with information about the two is asked to call 1-800-CALL-FBI.

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